Gomez lined up alongside Netherlands international Van Dijk in the absence of Dejan Lovren, Joel Matip and Ragnar Klavan against West Ham.

"I was not really worried to be fair," Van Dijk added. "I've played a couple of games pre-season with Joe at centre back and I have a very good relationship with him, a very good understanding outside of the pitch as well. That helps and hopefully we can build something.

"We need everyone in the squad. Everyone needs to be ready when we need you to stand there. It's very important at our club."